Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant for special needs
Secondary and Post 16 Pupils
Full Time Role - Monday - Friday 8:30AM-4PM
Outstanding Ealing SEND School
Small Classes - 7 pupils
Exceptional transport connections
On the job training
Permanent contract after short probationary periodUnlock Potential in Every Child!
The Teaching Assistant Job
The successful Teaching Assistant applicant will join a dedicated team in a fantastic SEN school in Ealing that provides for pupils aged 11-19 as a Teaching Assistant. Your teaching assistant role will involve creating a safe environment where young people can thrive. For this teaching assistant job I am seeking intelligent, resilient and intuitive individuals who can implement tailored strategies to promote the development of social skills and communication and drive academic progress.
The successful teaching assistant applicant will be given an exciting opportunity to work as a part of school, where your energy and experience will be valued as you play an important part working each day towards the schools aim to meet the varied needs of its students. As a teaching assistant you will enjoy a high degree of job satisfaction as you have the opportunity to apply your skills to working with students who will grow attached to you and whose confidence and ability to tackle their learning and the outside world will increase as a result of your work and encouragement.
The School
Based in Ealing this is a highly regarded, friendly and successful SEN school where learning is made fun, students make great progress and everyone is treated with respect and dignity
The school has a number of distinct pathways ranging from PMLD through to ASD/SLD life skills
Alongside focusing on achieving the very best outcomes for pupils, this school enables pupils with special educational needs to develop their social skills giving them confidence to move into independent adult living.
Pupils from Ealing and across London who attend this school are offered a broad and balanced curriculum, that prepares their young people for adult life through highly personalised and challenging learning programmes, developing further skills to promote students' life skills and cultural capital to prepare them for life post 19.
The school offers bespoke access to social skills programmes led by a well established therapy teamThe Teaching Assistant Responsibilities
Work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils
Promote pupil's independence, self-esteem and social inclusion
Delivering independent life skills training and work related experiences
Guide pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement
Assist with planning, preparation and resourcing for lessons
Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to enhance the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils
Promote and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities
Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school's policy and proceduresThe Teaching Assistant Applicant
The ideal teaching assistant applicant will be have the following qualities:
Enjoyment of working with young people
Good judgement and understanding, to help build good relationships with pupils
Experience with young people who have learning difficulties in either a professional or personal context
A drive to get the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
dedication to safeguarding pupil's well-being and equality
Honest, hardworking, transparent with a willingness to learn and develop
Good literacy and numeracy skillsIf you have a passion for empowering young people to reach their full potential, apply today!
Reeson Education:
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We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.
Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07